Katherine Gallagher
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Motivated Registered Nurse experienced in patient care and treatment. Delivered fast and accurate assessments while maintaining composure under pressure. Collaborated with medical professionals to uphold high standards in healthcare.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered nurse, 7 north
Roswell Park Cancer institute
04.2023 - Current
- Charge/ staff nurse on 17 bed Medical/ Surgical Oncology floor. Primary surgical services include Thoracic and Urology Surgery.
- Provided comprehensive care for patients, managing new admissions, pre-operative and post-operative needs, and facilitating discharges.
- Communicated patient assessments and needs effectively with physicians and staff, ensuring coordinated care.
- Led initiatives as UBC Day shift chair to enhance unit experiences for staff and improve patient satisfaction.
Registered nurse, Resource Pool
Roswell Park Cancer institute
06.2018 - 05.2023
- Floats to various inpatient units and Assessment & Treatment Center.
- Excellent ability to adapt quickly to fast changing situations.
- Accurately documents all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow up care.
- Utilizes strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care for various types of patients.
Registered nurse, nurse triage center: telephone pilot
Roswell Park Cancer institute
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Telephone triage of a diverse oncology population.
- Assess urgent conditions.
- Communicate with the care team to facilitate appropriate plan of care.
- Provide clarification of instructions and support during difficult times.
Registered nurse, chemotherapy/ infusion center
Roswell Park Cancer institute
12.2013 - 08.2017
- Administration of various types of chemotherapy infusions, injections, and blood products as well as pre-treatment preparation in an outpatient clinic setting.
- Inserts peripheral intravenous catheters, accesses, and de-accesses central venous catheters (implanted ports).
- Educates patients and families about appropriate care during and after chemotherapy treatment.
- Proficient in a Triage RN and Charge nurse roles; effectively communicating patient needs with physicians and home clinics.
Registered nurse, 7 east
Roswell Park Cancer institute
01.2008 - 12.2013
- Staff nurse on 18 bed Medical/ Surgical Oncology floor; from 2008-2009. Charge nurse; from January 2009- December 2013.
- Provided comprehensive care for patients during all phases, including new admissions, pre-operative, post-operative, and discharges, across neurosurgery, head & neck surgery, thoracic surgery, and soft tissue surgery.
- Coordinated discussions on patient needs with medical team to support optimal treatment outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Trocaire College
Buffalo, NY 09.2010 - 12.2012
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY 08.2004 - 12.2007
Skills
- IV therapy management
- Chemotherapy administration
- Patient assessment
- Patient care
- Infection control
- Patient safety initiatives
- Patient discharge
- Strong clinical judgment
- Medical documentation
- EMR systems
- Critical thinking
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Teamwork
- Patient education
- Leadership skills
Professional Training
- AIDET Course, 04/01/25
- CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training, 06/01/19
- ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Course, 09/01/22
- City of Hope Chemotherapy Course, 11/01/24
- Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program), 09/01/20
- Infection Control and Barrier Precautions
Certification
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN), renewed 5/2026
- BLS Certification (American Heart Association), renewed 07/01/25
Timeline
Registered nurse, 7 north
Roswell Park Cancer institute
04.2023 - Current
Registered nurse, Resource Pool
Roswell Park Cancer institute
06.2018 - 05.2023
Registered nurse, nurse triage center: telephone pilot
Roswell Park Cancer institute
09.2017 - 06.2018
Registered nurse, chemotherapy/ infusion center
Roswell Park Cancer institute
12.2013 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Trocaire College
09.2010 - 12.2012
Registered nurse, 7 east
Roswell Park Cancer institute
01.2008 - 12.2013
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
Erie Community College
08.2004 - 12.2007